The International Council on Archives (ICA) invites its members to take an active role in shaping the future of our global community. Four exciting calls for nominations are now open for leadership and governance roles starting in 2026, your opportunity to contribute, lead, and make a real impact!
Take an Active Role
Take the lead in overseeing ICA’s finances, guiding strategic planning, and ensuring the responsible management of the Council’s resources.
Lead the Forum of National Archivists (FAN), set its strategic direction, and represent your peers on the ICA Executive Board.
Be the voice of ICA’s individual members, ensuring your peers’ perspectives are heard at the highest level of governance.
Join the ICA Programme Commission (PCOM) to help shape ICA’s professional programmes, conferences, and initiatives while strengthening regional representation.
Oversee ICA’s financial strategy and governance with a four-year term starting after the September 2026 General Assembly.
Lead FAN, guide its Steering Committee, and influence ICA governance as a member of the Executive Board for a three-year term starting in September 2026.
Represent individual members on the Executive Board and ensure their voice helps guide ICA’s priorities over a four-year term.
Join PCOM to shape ICA’s professional programmes, with nominations especially encouraged from Asia & Oceania and Latin America & the Caribbean.
Deadline to submit your nominations for all four open calls.
The ICA will share next steps for each call, including election details.
Why Your Voice Matters
These roles offer the chance to contribute to ICA’s strategy, represent your peers, and make a meaningful impact on the international archival community. Whether you nominate yourself or encourage a colleague, your participation strengthens ICA’s global network and ensures that diverse voices help shape the future of the profession.
